Police investigating a stabbing in Bulwell have thanked two 'heroes' for helping the 15-year-old victim.

The incident happened yesterday in Crabtree Road at around 4.45pm. On the same day a man in his 40s was stabbed in Hucknall, and police have said the two stabbings may be connected.

Two men, aged 23 and 41, were arrested on Sunday on suspicion of affray.

Police said last night the boy's injuries are not believed to life-threatening.

A cordon was still in place on Monday morning.

Bulwell Police said: "[We] would like to say a big thank you to the two members of the public who very quickly attended to the stabbed 15-year-old male on Crabtree Road last night.

"Your efforts will not be forgotten by the police and [the victim's] family."

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